Val Thorens
Val Thorens is a ski town located in the Tarentaise Valley, Savoie, French Alps at an altitude of 2,300 meters. With 140 kilometers of pistes, Val Thorens is the highest and most famous ski resort in Europe. It is also one of the largest linked ski areas in the world with over 600 km of piste. The resort is surrounded by dramatic peaks and a blanket of snow as far as the eye can see – great for sports enthusiasts but also truly spectacular to see. The resort is usually open from mid-November until early May. The highest ski-able peaks are Pointe du Bouchet (3230 m) and Cime de Caron (3200 m).
For those who want beauty without the adrenaline, Val Thorens has plenty to offer off the slopes as well. From snowshoeing and winter hiking to more unusual activities such as mountain biking on snow or sliding down the mountain on France's longest toboggan run. You can try an ice driving course or fly down the mountain on the highest zipline in Europe at hair-raising speeds of over 100 kilometers per hour. Or test your true courage with an ice diving experience.
- Location: Savoie, France
- Where to Stay: Residence Pierre & Vacances Le Machu-Pichu; Le Schuss de Val Thorens; Clubhotel Le Gypaete De Val Thorens
- Things to Do: Mountain Biking, Sliding, Winter Hiking, Snowshoeing
- TripAdvisor Rating: 5/5
